Ho Chi Minh City has been grappling with air pollution, and recent insights indicate that the sources of this pollution might have been misunderstood for years.
Biomass burning, which encompasses the combustion of wood, charcoal, and agricultural residues, has emerged as a major source of PM2.5, a fine particulate matter known to degrade air quality.
The implications of this pollution are concerning, as PM2.5 poses notable risks to human health, prompting a need for reevaluation of pollution management strategies in the city.